Latest News Community2011 SANTA CLARA HISTORIC HOME TOURAdmin November 30, 2011The tradition of the Santa Clara Historic Home Tour, which began 33 years ago, will proudly continue this year. The… CommunityCarden Kids Help Families in NeedMelissa McKenzie November 30, 2011On Friday, November 18, the students of Carden Academy in Santa Clara came to school with canned cranberry sauce, instant… City PoliticsCouncil Representation on City CommitteesCarolyn Schuk November 30, 2011Santa Clara City Council members’ service isn’t limited to their participation in City Council meetings. They also serve on the… CommunityGiving ThanksChris Kinney November 30, 2011For the 5th year, the Marsalli family invited anyone in need or alone to share a free dinner with them… CommunityDowntown San Jose Festivities for the Family over Thanksgiving WeekendDiane Andrews November 23, 2011Make a trip to downtown San Jose for Thanksgiving weekend festivities the whole family can enjoy. The 39-year-old Harvest Festival,… City PoliticsHow I Balanced the California BudgetCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011More than a few of us have said – or thought – that surely we could do better than California’s… BusinessHow to Score as a Small Business OwnerDiane Andrews November 23, 2011If you’re wondering what it takes to start a small business in the Bay Area or need expert advice on… CommunityLoraine’s Century CelebrationAdmin November 23, 2011Loraine Gruen celebrated her 100th birthday with her usual Joie de Vivre. Born November 11, 1911, Loraine’s unquenchable spirit has…OpinionTower Heist / Rated PG-13 for language and minor violence.Karl Scott November 23, 2011Tower Heist opened in theaters on November 4th. One national theater chain declined to book the film because the studio… BusinessCommunityRecovery Store Offers HopeCynthia Cheng November 23, 2011“We never intended to open a recovery store-it just happened,” says Angie Bottorff, a co-owner of All About Recovery, a… CommunitySanta Clara Arts Walk Celebrates 5 Years and $45K for Local Arts GroupsCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011The sun was shining both literally and figuratively on the Arts Walk Santa Clara last month when 50 walkers raised… Arts & EntertainmentCommunitySanta Clara Soprano Nancy Wait Kromm Celebrates the Human Spirit in SongCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011Soprano Nancy Wait Kromm is known for her engaging performances of new and interesting music. Her debut in November of… CommunitySeniors, Kids, and Families Up for Holiday AdoptionDiane Andrews November 23, 2011Brighten the holiday season for yourself and others by adopting a senior, a foster child, or a family in need…. Arts & EntertainmentSilver Anniversary for Santa Clara PlayersCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011In 1962, an enterprising group of theater lovers, sponsored by the Santa Clara Parks and Recreation Department, put on a… CommunitySkiers-Boarders Convene at Convention CenterMelissa McKenzie November 23, 2011Thousands of winter sports enthusiasts descended upon the Santa Clara Convention Center November 12 and 13 for the annual Ski…OpinionHR Director Tells AllBob Goldman November 23, 2011I don’t believe in reincarnation, but just in case it’s true, let me go on record. I want to come…OpinionCLASS NOTES – Understanding the Meaning of ThanksgivingMargaret Lavin November 23, 2011People often inquire about my ability to work with middle school children citing their often unpredictable, narcissistic and unruly behavior…. City PoliticsCouncil Discussion of El Camino Residential Project Illustrates Policy ChallengesCarolyn Schuk November 23, 2011During elections we love to toss around hot air-filled slogans like “affordable housing,” “green building,” and “transit-oriented development.” But few… CommunityGetting to Know Santa Clara VanguardLarry Sacks November 23, 2011Winners. Undefeated. First place. World Title. Read over the history of the Santa Clara Vanguard, and these words are repeated…City Politics49ers Stadium Development Agreement, Preliminary Financing Review at Dec. 6 Council MeetingCarolyn Schuk November 16, 2011Come New Year’s Day 2012, the 49ers stadium project will start moving ahead at a notably faster pace. So, despite… 1 … 443 444 445 446 447 448 449 … 473